# Cockapoo

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Crossbreed dog type

Not to be confused with [Cockatoo](/source/Cockatoo).

Dog breed

Cockapoo A golden cockapoo. Other names Cockerpoo Spoodle (AU/NZ)[1] Origin United States Foundation stock Cocker Spaniel and Poodle Breed status Not recognized as a breed by any major kennel club. Traits Height ≈ 14–15 in (36–38 cm) Weight ≈ 20–24 lb (9.1–10.9 kg) Coat Long hair Color All colors and combinations of colors Dog (domestic dog)

The **cockapoo**, also known as a **cockerpoo** (both [portmanteaus](/source/Portmanteau) of *cocker spaniel* and *poodle*) or a **spoodle**, is a [dog crossbreed](/source/Dog_crossbreed) bred from the [Cocker Spaniel](/source/Cocker_Spaniel) and the [Poodle](/source/Poodle), most commonly the [Miniature Poodle](/source/Miniature_Poodle).[2][3][4][5]

## History

The cockapoo was first bred as a [designer dog](/source/Dog_crossbreed#Designer_dogs) in the United States with the aim of producing a healthy [companion dog](/source/Companion_dog) that, it is claimed by its supporters, does not inherit many of the health defects common in the two parent breeds due to [hybrid vigor](/source/Hybrid_vigor).[3][4] If both parents are healthy this can be true and the crossbreed is typically more genetically diverse than purebred dogs; however, "hybrid vigor" indicates an increased probability of health rather than a definite one for any specific animal.[6] Cocker Spaniels and Poodles have been deliberately crossed in the United States since the 1960s.[3][5]

In 2022, cockapoos were one of the most expensive dog varieties in the United Kingdom, costing an average of [£](/source/Pound_sterling)1,336.15.[7] Between 2019 and 2020, the average price in the UK rose by 168 percent, a result of increased demand caused by a national [lockdown](/source/COVID-19_lockdowns) in response to the [COVID-19 pandemic](/source/COVID-19_pandemic).[8]

## Dimensions and appearance

White cockapoo with brown ears

As with most animal crossbreeds, there is a great deal of variability in the cockapoo's dimensions and appearance.[4] All colors or combinations of colors can be found, though most commonly they are white and brown. The coat can also be straight, wavy, or curled.[5] Individual dogs that weigh less than 12 pounds (5.4 kg) are labelled toy cockapoos, dogs that weigh between 13 and 18 pounds (5.9 and 8.2 kg) miniature cockapoos and dogs weighing over 19 pounds (8.6 kg) standard cockapoos.[5] Cockapoos can vary in temperament and in need for exercise.[9]

## Crossbreeding

In order to promote the crossbreed in the United States, a dedicated club has been formed, the Cockapoo Club of America.[10]

Cockapoos are available in F1, F2, and F2B, which is dependent on the parent dogs. An F1 cockapoo is bred from a purebred poodle and a cocker spaniel. This can also be called a first-generation cockapoo. When two F1 cockapoos are bred together this creates an F2 cockapoo, and there are many other combinations breeding back towards the original poodle or cocker spaniel breed.[*[citation needed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed)*]

## Temperament

Cockapoo puppy, 6 months old

Cockapoos are known for their affectionate nature and lively personalities, inheriting intelligence from both parents' breeds – the Cocker Spaniel and Poodle. This intelligence makes them generally easy to train, as they are eager learners and quick at mastering new tricks. It’s encouraged[*[by whom?](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Manual_of_Style/Words_to_watch#Unsupported_attributions)*] that owners enroll their cockapoos in puppy training classes for proper obedience and socialization. Cockapoos are energetic and require attention, exercise, and training to prevent boredom and potential recklessness. Due to their sociable nature, if left alone for too long cockapoos have been known to develop separation anxiety.[11]

## Health

Crossbreeds like cockapoos are generally healthy, and are known to have fewer predisposed health conditions compared to some purebred dogs. However, they do experience common health concerns such as allergies, glaucoma, hip dysplasia, and progressive retinal issues.[12]

## See also

- [List of dog crossbreeds](/source/List_of_dog_crossbreeds)

- [Goldendoodle](/source/Goldendoodle)

- [Labradoodle](/source/Labradoodle)

## References

1. **[^](#cite_ref-1)** ["Spoodle"](https://www.rspcapetinsurance.org.au/pet-care/dog-breeds/spoodle). *RSPCA Insurance*. Retrieved 15 June 2024.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-Oxford_2-0)** Oxford University Press (2019). ["Cockapoo"](https://web.archive.org/web/20200608013855/https://www.lexico.com/definition/cockapoo). *Oxford Dictionary*. Lexico.com. Archived from [the original](https://www.lexico.com/definition/cockapoo) on 8 June 2020. Retrieved 1 June 2020.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-Fogle_3-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-Fogle_3-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-Fogle_3-2) [Fogle, Bruce](/source/Bruce_Fogle) (2009). [*The Encyclopedia of the Dog*](https://archive.org/details/encyclopediaofdo00fogl). New York: [DK Publishing](/source/DK_(publisher)). p. 285. [ISBN](/source/ISBN_(identifier)) [978-0-7566-6004-8](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978-0-7566-6004-8). [OCLC](/source/OCLC_(identifier)) [1033562587](https://search.worldcat.org/oclc/1033562587).

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-Morris_4-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-Morris_4-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-Morris_4-2) [Morris, Desmond](/source/Desmond_Morris) (2002). [*Dogs: The Ultimate Dictionary of Over 1,000 Dog Breeds*](https://archive.org/details/isbn_9781570762192). North Pomfret, Vermont: Trafalgar Square Publishing. p. 559. [ISBN](/source/ISBN_(identifier)) [978-1-57076-219-2](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978-1-57076-219-2). [OCLC](/source/OCLC_(identifier)) [1035898723](https://search.worldcat.org/oclc/1035898723).

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-Gagne_5-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-Gagne_5-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-Gagne_5-2) [***d***](#cite_ref-Gagne_5-3) Gagne, Tammy (2007). [*Designer Dogs*](https://archive.org/details/designerdogs00gagn). Neptune City, New Jersey: [TFH Publications](/source/TFH_Publications). pp. 11–12. [ISBN](/source/ISBN_(identifier)) [978-0-7938-3791-5](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978-0-7938-3791-5). [OCLC](/source/OCLC_(identifier)) [1029026538](https://search.worldcat.org/oclc/1029026538).

1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** Beuchat, Carol (2014-02-22). ["The myth of hybrid vigor in dogs...is a myth"](https://www.instituteofcaninebiology.org/blog/the-myth-of-hybrid-vigor-in-dogsis-a-myth#:~:text=Many%20long%2Dtime%20dog%20breeders,dogs%20is%20not%20a%20myth.). *The Institute of Canine Biology*.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-7)** Joyner, Lisa (March 28, 2022). ["25 of the UK's most expensive dog breeds in 2022"](https://www.countryliving.com/uk/wildlife/dog-breeds/a34912959/popular-dog-breeds-cost-thousands/). *[Country Living](/source/Country_Living)*. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20220619183322/https://www.countryliving.com/uk/wildlife/dog-breeds/a34912959/popular-dog-breeds-cost-thousands/) from the original on June 19, 2022. Retrieved June 19, 2022.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-8)** Watson, Calum (September 18, 2020). ["Puppy prices soar during coronavirus lockdown"](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-54115646). *[BBC News](/source/BBC_News)*. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20210403135007/https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-54115646) from the original on April 3, 2021. Retrieved July 12, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-Palika_9-0)** Palika, Liz (2007). [*The Howell Book of Dogs*](https://archive.org/details/howellbookofdogs0000pali). Hoboken, New Jersey: [Wiley](/source/Wiley_(publisher)). pp. 204–205. [ISBN](/source/ISBN_(identifier)) [978-0-470-00921-5](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978-0-470-00921-5). [OCLC](/source/OCLC_(identifier)) [1244843735](https://search.worldcat.org/oclc/1244843735).

1. **[^](#cite_ref-Woolf_10-0)** Woolf, Norma Bennet (2007). [*Hot Dogs!: Fourteen of the Top Designer Dogs*](https://archive.org/details/hotdogsfourteeno0000benn). Hauppauge, New York: [Barron's Educational Series](/source/Barron's_Educational_Series). p. 36. [ISBN](/source/ISBN_(identifier)) [978-0-7641-3512-5](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Special:BookSources/978-0-7641-3512-5). [OCLC](/source/OCLC_(identifier)) [1149427229](https://search.worldcat.org/oclc/1149427229).

1. **[^](#cite_ref-11)** ["The 4 most popular Cockapoo questions answered"](https://www.countryliving.com/uk/wildlife/dog-breeds/a43173308/cockapoo-dog/). *Country Living*. 2023-03-04. Retrieved 2024-04-12.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-12)** ["The 4 most popular Cockapoo questions answered"](https://www.countryliving.com/uk/wildlife/dog-breeds/a43173308/cockapoo-dog/). *Country Living*. 2023-03-04. Retrieved 2024-04-12.

## External links

Wikimedia Commons has media related to [Cockapoo](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Cockapoo).

- [Cockapoo Puppies and Dogs: Temperament, Lifespan & more](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fe-sa9mHcxI) on [YouTube](/source/YouTube_video_(identifier))

- [Cockapoo Generations Explained](https://cockapoos.co.uk/cockapoo-generations/)

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